Beloved Longtime Red Wings Broadcaster Passes Away, Leaving Behind Incredible Legacy
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Beloved longtime Detroit Red Wings announcer Ray Lane has sadly passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind an absolutely incredible sports legacy.
Social media is filled with sympathy messages after the passing of a Michigan sports legend.
Detroit native and longtime Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Michigan and Michigan State athletics broadcaster Ray Lane passed away Saturday at the age of 95.
"Ray Lane, a former FOX 2 broadcaster, who also spent time calling Tigers games alongside Ernie Harwell, and calling games for Michigan State, Michigan, the University of Detroit and the Cincinnati Reds, along with working for the Pistons and Red Wings, died Sept. 27 at 95," FOX 2 announced.
"Lane worked in both radio and television as a sports broadcaster, as well as spending many years as the sports director at FOX 2."
"Lane worked in both radio and television as a sports broadcaster, as well as spending many years as the sports director at FOX 2."
Ray Lane's Broadcasting Career Spanned Several Decades
Lane's career spanned decades, with his voice becoming a staple for generations of sports fans across the state.
Friends, fellow colleagues, and athletes are turning to the internet with emotional tributes, celebrating Lane's legacy in the sport and respecting the influence he left on the world of sports.
"Great gentleman. Iconic voice. Ray Lane was one of the broadcasters who helped me fall in love with sports. Generations of Michiganders feel the same way, about one of the most relatable and versatile talents this industry has ever seen," MLB reporter Jon Morosi shared.
His commitment to storytelling and love for Michigan athletics made him one of the most respected announcers in the history of the region.
"Condolences to the friends, family and fans of Detroit broadcasting legend Ray Lane who passed away at the age of 95. A talented and kind guy, who was always supportive," one fan added.
Ray Lane's death creates a gap in the world of broadcasting, but his legacy will endure in the form of countless memories he left behind the microphone.
Our sympathies are with his family, friends, and everyone who was impacted by his illustrious career. May he rest in peace.
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